COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 叽 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 几 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 叽 (jī) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
grumble
jīTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
jī
叽
grumble
Common words
jī
叽
grumble
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 叽
Say “jī” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 叽
Common words and phrases
jī
grumble
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“叽”。
Zhège zì shì “jī”.
This character is “叽”.
我正在学习“叽”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “jī” zì.
I am learning the character “叽”.
请写一遍“叽”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “jī”.
Please write “叽” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 叽?
叽 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 叽 (jī) mean?
叽 (jī) means grumble.
What is the radical of 叽?
The radical of 叽 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.